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How To Implement Automation For Small Manufacturers

Post By: Holly Shaw On: 11-10-2024

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) hold a greater share of business in the manufacturing industry than most people realise. However, they may find it harder to keep up with the technological developments of...


How To Create A Preventive Maintenance Schedule

Post By: Ryan King On: 09-10-2024

Preventive maintenance is a key factor in the running of industrial facilities. While it’s always been sensible to inspect and check your equipment for faults and repairs, the advent of Industry 4.0 has made it a far more effective business...


What Is The Electrical Isolation Procedure?

Post By: Holly Shaw On: 02-10-2024

The electrical isolation procedure is a process that ensures electrical equipment has been safely, securely and properly disconnected from the power source. Following this procedure, the flow of electricity should have ceased, reducing the risk of...


Why Are Risk Assessments Important In Machine Safety?

Post By: Ryan King On: 20-09-2024

As a business owner, you’ll be aware of the safety requirements for work equipment under Health and Safety law. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) states that all employers must ensure the safety of machinery on their premises...


Why Is Commercial Surge Protection Important?

Post By: Ryan King On: 20-09-2024

We rely so heavily on electricity these days that it’s critical to address potential problems in the supply chain. Domestically, commercially and in industry, this applies not only to power cuts, but also to equally disruptive spikes or surges...



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Welcome to Manufacturing at Rowse, where we'll provide you with regular news and industry updates for the world of manufacturing. Rowse has been in business as an electrical wholesaler for over 15 years. During this time, our experienced engineers and design teams have become acquainted with all types of manufacturing. We are a family-based company with wide-ranging interests and practical expertise, and you can always find a knowledgeable team member at Rowse to advise you.

What Is Manufacturing?

In the literal sense, the word "manufacture" is of Latin origin, and means made (factum) by hand (manu). Historically, therefore, manufacturing began at the moment that a human hand first transformed raw materials into a useful product. This could have been as simple as knapping flints to make cutting tools, or weaving raw fibres into a garment or basket. Many things are still made by hand, including textiles, ceramics and wooden furniture, but the majority of modern manufacturing takes place with the aid of machines.

Since the Industrial Revolution in the 1760s, and the harnessing of steam power that developed throughout the 18th century, machinery has taken the weight of manufacturing out of human hands. From the beginning, entrepreneurs in manufacturing industries were keen to get the work done faster, cheaper and more efficiently. Machines, being much stronger and more durable, also enhanced manufacturing potential far beyond human abilities. They could lift heavier loads, pump fluids for long periods without interruption, and, perhaps most importantly, produce and replicate an item exactly with endless repetition. Manual labour is still involved, but mostly for the operation of machinery, and many factory applications have now been automated.

Manufacturing today is a large-scale enterprise, converting all kinds of raw materials into finished merchandise, and representing 15-20% of the world's economy. Manufactured goods can be purchased directly by consumers, or by wholesalers like ourselves, who distribute them to retailers. They may also be supplied to other manufacturers who will use them to produce more complex manufactured products.

How Can Rowse Help With Manufacturing?

The team at Rowse is always on the lookout for any technological developments or market innovations in manufacturing. We are a recognised distributor of many automated systems and individual components, and we have the expertise to supply and service many different types of equipment. Our team is always happy to conduct a site visit and consultation for setting up and/or improving your existing systems. We can field experts in system design, machine safety, pneumatics and automation. They can carry out a risk assessment exercise on your premises, ensuring that all equipment is performing optimally, and in full compliance with standards and safety regulations.

We are also premier stockists and authorised distributors for many leading manufacturers, such as Siemens and Harting. Our extensive product portfolio covers many specialist areas, including industrial electrics, lighting, pneumatics, automation/control and safety. We have special expertise in sourcing parts, both current and obsolete, and we’ve created a handy product search tool to find what you need, fast. Whatever your manufacturing needs, Rowse is here to help.